Hidden Tube Station London Tour - Piccadilly Circus: The Heart of London

Explore secret and closed-off areas of London's historic Tube network
Discover disused stations, forgotten platforms, tunnels, and hidden corridors
Hear unusual stories about London's Underground from expert guides
Visit historic locations connected with wartime shelters and London life
Smartphone Voucher Accepted (No need to print the tickets!)

Step into the hidden world beneath Piccadilly Circus and uncover the untold stories of one of London’s busiest Underground stations. Sitting directly below the iconic landmark, Piccadilly Circus Station first opened in 1906 to serve the Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines. This tour takes you beyond the areas used by everyday travellers, revealing long‑closed passenger tunnels, original Edwardian architectural details and forgotten corners frozen in time.

Join expert guides from the London Transport Museum and venture into parts of the Underground that have been sealed off for decades. These Hidden London Tours take you beyond the everyday commuter experience, revealing forgotten tunnels, abandoned platforms, wartime shelters and architectural details that have remained untouched since the early 1900s. As you explore these secret spaces, you’ll hear unusual stories about the city’s past, uncover surprising engineering feats. You can even step outside for an overground walking tour that traces the Piccadilly line’s route through central London, revealing how its twists and turns mirror the city’s evolving landscape.

The Piccadilly Circus: The Heart of London tour, where you descend beneath one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Opened in 1906 for the Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines, the station hides a maze of disused passenger tunnels closed since 1929 and original Edwardian design features that few ever get to see. As you move through these atmospheric spaces, you’ll uncover stories of how the station expanded, adapted and transformed over more than a century. It’s a rare chance to explore the hidden heritage of a station millions pass through every day, yet almost none truly experience.

Walking Tour of Piccadilly Circus: The Heart of London
Professional guide English Speaking

Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pick up and drop off
Food and drinks

Voucher Information: Mobile vouchers are accepted.
Wheelchair Accessibility: No
Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
Children under 10 years cannot be admitted.
Children aged 11-15 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Children aged 16 and 17 can do the tours on their own.
There is a maximum of four children (aged 10-15 years) allowed per adult.
Tours are not suitable for people with impaired mobility or those with claustrophobia.
No large bags, luggage, open-toed shoes, food, or drink (except water).
You must wear flat, sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
Photo ID is required by everyone taking part in the tour.
Wear suitable clothing. There is no cloakroom.
The tour involves a lot of walking, including areas of uneven ground and low lighting.
Tours are not step-free and include walking up and down flights of stairs. There is no elevator.

You must cancel your booking at least 48 Hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 48 Hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 48 Hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.